The draft order of picks 1-20 is determined by win %, strength of schedule, divisional record, and conference record in that order. Picks 21-32 feature teams that would be in the playoffs if the season ended today, and projections are based on record and strength of schedule/seeding.

Not a big fan of Dallas Thomas for the Bears…certainly not as a LT and as much as I feel he could be a good guard at the next level and don’t think he is a sure enough bet at a position to warrant taking him in the 1st round…the Bears now need to focus on getting younger and adding playmakers on D…in the 1st round I would much rather have DT Kawann Short who would be the perfect rotational DT in our scheme…then in the 2nd round take LB C.J Mosley who would start the turnover of our LBs._________________Adopt-a-Bear...Adrian Amos

If we pick up a DT in free agency, this looks like an excellent draft. Eifert looks like a fine player (even if I would prefer Short), Frederick would complete a fine interior front with Blalock and Konz (with Hawley as the 4th IOL) and Bernard could platoon effectively with Rodgers with Snelling getting some goal-line looks.

My only concern is that we have never picked a 2 year starter under the present regime. The juniors we have selected (Julio Jones, Dominique Franks, Curtis Lofton) all had three years of tape to assess. While a 5 year data set may not be sufficient, it is worth bearing in mind as regards Bernard (a RS Soph).

If you continued to Round 4, we'd be looking at a corner and a linebacker (we will likely receive a 4th round compensatory selection for Lofton).

If we pick up a DT in free agency, this looks like an excellent draft. Eifert looks like a fine player (even if I would prefer Short), Frederick would complete a fine interior front with Blalock and Konz (with Hawley as the 4th IOL) and Bernard could platoon effectively with Rodgers with Snelling getting some goal-line looks.

My only concern is that we have never picked a 2 year starter under the present regime. The juniors we have selected (Julio Jones, Dominique Franks, Curtis Lofton) all had three years of tape to assess. While a 5 year data set may not be sufficient, it is worth bearing in mind as regards Bernard (a RS Soph).

If you continued to Round 4, we'd be looking at a corner and a linebacker (we will likely receive a 4th round compensatory selection for Lofton).

Oh, and I like the slot we're picking in...

Giovani was a toss up..I could have gone linebacker, but thought the fresh legs and different running style compared to say, a Quizz, was at that time too good to pass up. Also, I want to see how Dent and Co. play before LB is addressed before the 4th, same with corner...I think I actually went straight BPA from my board, to where the Falcons were picking. I understand it is all offense and skill positions, but all seemed to fit quite well._________________

After that not so much. Don't think CB will be a need and pretty sure center won't be.

Gholston at 51.

BPA at 82

I would much rather feel comfrotable flipping Lemonier to 51, I don't think Gholston will fit the RDE (if thats where you wanted him), I think he is more that 5T and LDE.
After this week, Pocic will be replaced, with someone else (hard when the picks after him are CB, LB, RB)_________________

I don't even like Hunt that much, but third round value for him is awesome. And that's so low for Gilbert, but he would be deadly as a Pat.

I don't like Hunt all that much neither, but he could play that Elephant DE role (although he really isn't that big) pretty well in that system. As for Gilbert, it is only a 5 pick swing to where he is at on my board at the moment. This year will determine if he stays that high however._________________

Giovani was a toss up..I could have gone linebacker, but thought the fresh legs and different running style compared to say, a Quizz, was at that time too good to pass up. Also, I want to see how Dent and Co. play before LB is addressed before the 4th, same with corner...I think I actually went straight BPA from my board, to where the Falcons were picking. I understand it is all offense and skill positions, but all seemed to fit quite well.

Apologies for not being clearer - the linebacker pick is purely for depth. We have 5 LBers on our 53, with one being the 300 year old Mike Peterson. We need an OLB or ILB for depth, not to replace Dent.

Bernard would be a great pick that low down - I just don't know if it fits the tendencies of our FO.

After that not so much. Don't think CB will be a need and pretty sure center won't be.

Gholston at 51.

BPA at 82

I would much rather feel comfrotable flipping Lemonier to 51, I don't think Gholston will fit the RDE (if thats where you wanted him), I think he is more that 5T and LDE.
After this week, Pocic will be replaced, with someone else (hard when the picks after him are CB, LB, RB)

I dont mind the corner pick. We are unsure what Hall will be this year. Along with that, Kirkpatrick should be set as the other corner. The rest of our guys are either older and on 1 year deals, or a guy like Prater. I think getting another solid young corner would be great.

As for C, not a huge fan of the pick. Would rather see a DE, but understand the pick. Overall good draft_________________

I don't know much about the prospects yet, but I hope we get a S/CB in the first round. We just drafted Rieff in the first this year and he's looked good in the preseason. We do draft BPA though so we could definitly pick a OT. The second and third round look great though.

We do need to address the QB position because Matt Cassel isn't getting any better and will always be just an average QB. Never a guy that can go out and win a game by himself. While I was unimpressed with Thomas in their first game this year I recognize the potential he brings and his talents would be a welcomed addition to the Red and Gold.

We need both CB's and S's. Eric Berry is going to be a stud and Kendrick Lewis is a good FS, but has had trouble staying healthy so it wouldnt be a bad idea to grab another S, especially since we play a lot of 3 safety sets. I honestly don't know much about Lester, but I like the position.

I'm not sure how I feel about this pick. If we are able to resign Hillis (if he plays his way to another contract) then we won't need another RB. Even if we don't resign Hillis we would still have Charles and last years draft pick Cyrus Gray. Margus Hunt might catch our eye or Arthur Brown. Our LB depth is awful.

Just my opinion, but as a Seahawk fan, I think in this scenerio the wiser choice would be to go best O-Lineman available in the first. Lots of talent there are we have question marks at OG and RT. Warmack or Cooper wouldn't upset me and neither would the best OT available. We also need another WR, so Justin Hunter would be a good option as well. In the 2nd, Sylvester Williams would be a good choice. We don't know how Jason Jones will perform this year and if he does horribly (or if he does well) and signs somewhere else next year, we will need another DT. In the 3rd, I would lean more towards Chase Thomas. Our secondary is set and the only positions we really may need to address on the defense this next year would be DT and OLB.

1st Priority - To help Wilson succeed, either by protecting him or adding a reliable receiving weapon.

Round 1 : I would love finally drafting a legitimate franchise quarterback. Logan Thomas has some things to work on, but the foundation is there.

Round 2 : I really like the Robert Lester pick. We have Kendrick Lewis and I know there are KC fans that are really high on Lewis but I am of the opinion he is an adequate starter (when healthy) on our team but is one of those players that if you have a chance to upgrade you seriously consider it. Lewis is limited physically, but has solid instincts in coverage with the negative being he is often a liability in run defense. Robert Lester is a very solid all-around safety who can play close to the line of scrimmage and also provide good deep coverage.

Round 3 : This is the one pick I would change and it's not because I hate Michael. His injury history is a concern, but I do think we need to look at adding a long term option opposite Brandon Flowers at cornerback. I don't think Stanford Routt is the answer and only time will tell if Jalil Brown can develop. And really the only thing I need to say is that Jacques Reeves has been getting way too much playing time due to injuries this preseason. IMO Reeves shouldn't even be on an NFL roster. I would go with the player picked right after our selection - Kyle Fuller. I love his physicality in run defense and in some respects he reminds me of former Hokie Brandon Flowers, although I would say Fuller has more athleticism and raw upside.